32 quick beauty tips!

Beauty is how you feel, not what others see.

32 quick cosmetic application tips
Do you Zoom? An ingenious way to obtain a flawless appearance in your online meetings is to do your makeup in front of your computer… Whaaat? Replicate your upcoming meeting set up (where your seated, the lighting is key), turn on the Zoom app, go
Out and about and face feeling shiny? Use a toilet seat cover to (discretely) blot your face. Or try one of those brown recyclable napkins from your favorite coffee house!
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Do you want a smooth airbrushed appearance to your foundation? Finish your liquid application with horizontal and a few circular strokes with a big fluffy brush.
Fan of matte lipstick? Instead of applying straight from the tube, use the fingertips to place and pat the product into the lips. The application will have lasting power and appear more natural. Also prepare the lips with a balm prior to applica
Lip Lift Technique Draw slightly over your natural lip line on the cupids bow and directly below on the lower lip line Keep the rest of the lip liner along your natural lip line
Save your sunscreen! Store SPF products in a dark place (77 degrees is ideal) and away from direct sunlight. The effective ingredients do degrade over time, so keep a close eye on the expiration date! When at the beach keep it in the cooler!
What is the the best color foundation for you? It’s the color you can't see! And it should seamlessly blend into your neck, use a bronzer with a light touch to connect the two!
Apply and layer your skin-care products from thinnest to thickest texture. If you think of your skin as a sponge the lighter textures will penetrate faster and easier. Follow with the heavier formulas. Think: Serum, moisturizer, eye cream, sunsc
Notes on a nude lip: 💋 Instead of overlining your lips (never a good look), use a nude gloss to highlight the middle of the lips over your lipstick. Avoid opaque flat nude tones and opt for saturated colors and glossy finishes.
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Test the quality of a eye shadow? #1 Gently push your finger tip into the powder, turn the finger over... #2 Compare the color on your finger tip to the color on the palette, quality pigmented products should color match perfectly.
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Test a lip color without the worry of germs? #1 Take a fingertip and dab it onto the lipstick, turn the finger over... #2 Place it up against the lip, without touching the lip... How does it look?
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Always start your makeup application with the eyes. When you emphasize them first, you'll be amazed and happy to see lesser flaws overall. What a beautiful way to start your makeup application.
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When plucking brows: Apply an ice cube before plucking. It will flatten and de-puff the area so you can lessen the likeliness of grabbing extra skin. Ouch. Or if your hairs are stubborn to remove, place a warm compress on the brow or a warm showe
Try a colored mascara! Apply in layers with the colored mascara first, closest to the eyes. Navy blue is incredible, bluish tones create the illusion of brighter eyes instantly by making the whites of the eyes appear whiter.
A photography reminder: If you're posing for professional photography, SPF physical protection blocking ingredients, (titanium and zinc) will show up as a white cast in your photos. Otherwise, always wear sunscreen!
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Love dry shampoo? Use it the night before, as you sleep it will work its magic absorbing all the oil. Remove the messy bun and out the door you go! Hello volume and beach waves!
A general rule on concealers: Liquid and wand concealers are creamier with less coverage, usually better suited for under the eyes. Stick or solid concealers are drier in texture, but provide beter spot coverage for blemishes and raised surfaces.
Remember like removes like, if your face is oily and has concentrated products they will be easier to dissolve and remove. Double cleanse with delicate products appropriate for your skin type.
Eyeliner on hooded eyes? Where a bit of skin hangs down over your eyelid crease, which causes the eye liner to transfer with a single blink. After placing the liner, let set and follow with a waterproof eyebrow gel formula. Use a small eye liner
Protect your makeup! Store all makeup away from sunlight and varying thermal environments. Yes, that means not storing in your bathroom, especially on the countertop in direct sunlight. Store in drawers or consider a countertop mini fridge specific
For a super pro under eye concealer application do the exact opposite of what you’ve been told all these years: Start from the outside of the eye towards the nose. Apply against the grain of the skin depositing the product into the fine lines. Thi
Greatest tip for wearing a mascara with a mask? Apply mascara to the ROOT of your lashes and NOT the tips, this will ensure the mask will not smudge or interfere with your mascara.
Ever feel like you want to try something new, completely out of the box and “on trend”? Yes, you should, let’s have some fun! Buy an inexpensive version of the product and try the application at the end of the day when you already have your base o
Want to find your perfect custom shade of lipstick? Match the color to your gums. Yes, it’s that simple! Let’s continue the fun!